Volvo V70 (00-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    But you get a lot of car for your money.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Parts are expensive, Volvo main dealers know how to charge top whack.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Holds the road well. Good feedback from the wheel.

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    For an oil burner, very good. Slow away, but when the turbo comes in you are away (140bhp).

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Always starts. Had problem with the headlights which cost £500 to fix.

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    It's a Volvo with a bit of Style and real presence on the road, then again it is a big car.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Everything you need - leather, climate contol, CD, cruise etc. Mine does not have heated seats, which is rare.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Class 1 security system.

    Service

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Service from dealer was outstanding, but he was going getting a wad of money.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Headlights - costly to fix (some chip needing replaced).

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes